Emergency flooding contact numbers for Lincoln and Lancaster County

City and county officials have compiled a list of emergency flooding contacts. 

All numbers are active 24 hours a day during flood conditions. 

As always, dial 9-1-1 to receive emergency help, including if you are stranded in a flood area. 

To report non-emergency issues, including abandoned cars . . .

• In the County – Call the Lancaster County Sheriff at 402-441-6500.
• In City limits – Call the Lincoln Police Department and Lincoln Fire and Rescue at 402-441-6000.

 To find out what streets are closed . . .

• Visit lincoln.ne.gov (keyword: closures) or use the Waze mobile app.

 To report a City street under water that is not yet barricaded . . .

• Call City of Lincoln Traffic Management Center at 402-441-5511.

To report a County road under water or impeded by mud . . .

• Call County Engineer at 402-441-7681.

To report an emergency natural gas leak . . .

• Leave your home or business immediately.
• Call Black Hills Energy emergency line at 800-694-8989.

To quickly turn off natural gas service if your home is flooded . . .

• Leave your home or business immediately.
• Call Black Hills Energy emergency line at 800-694-8989.

To restore natural gas service under safe conditions . . .

• Call Black Hills Energy Customer Service 888-890-5554.

To report sewer issues . . .

• Call Lincoln Wastewater System at 402-441-7961.

To report water service issues . . .

• Call Lincoln Water System at 402-441-7571.